YWCA's top exec in Rochester to talk about racism

The top executive of the YWCA USA will share her insights on "Leadership Challenges in Achieving Racial Equity" as part of the Rochester YWCA's annual "Stand Against Racism" on April 25.

Dr. Dara Richardson-Heron should have plenty of knowledge to share. As CEO of the YWCA, she is leading one of the nation's oldest and largest multicultural organizations promoting solutions to enhance the lives of women, girls and families. Richardson's many awards include being on the 2013 "Power and Influence Top 50" list of The Nonprofit Times.

She will speak at the 8 a.m. breakfast at the Rochester Plaza Hotel, 70 State St. There will also be a panel discussion with Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren and University of Rochester President Joel Seligman. Tickets are $25 per person; the deadline to sign up is Thursday. To buy tickets, call (585) 368-2261 or go to ywcarochester.org. Throughout April, various organizations and businesses are "Taking a Stand Against Racism." To get involved, go to the YWCA website.